Agency Memos & Announcements, Federal Agencies

DOS Updates Immigration Visa Processing Pause for 75 Countries to Include Adoption Exception

2/2/26 AILA Doc. No. 26020208. Adoption, Consular Processing

On 1/14/26, DOS announced a pause on immigration visa processing for applicants from 75 countries effective 1/21/26. This updated announcement includes information regarding exceptions for children being adopted by U.S. citizens.

Cite as AILA Doc. No. 26020208.
Accessible to Public.